Top 10 Malaga Souvenirs

Everyone likes to take something home as a memento of a holiday. You’re certainly spoilt for choice when it comes to souvenirs in Malaga. Indeed, some parts of the city, especially around the Cathedral, brim with stores selling memorabilia. But what if you want to step beyond the fridge magnet, flamenco dress apron or bull ashtray? What can you buy that won’t be left at the back of a drawer? And where do you buy it?

We’ve toured round the souvenir shops in Malaga and had a good look at what’s for sale. And in this article, we’ve taken holiday memento buying to the next level and come up with a list of the top 10 Malaga souvenirs. Not only do they capture the best of the city, they’re gifts people actually want and won’t send to a charity shop the instance your back is turned.

Here’s our guide — broken down by type, with prices, where to buy, and a note on what travels well.

Find it fast – pick by type

Picasso souvenirs

As you might expect, Picasso souvenirs abound. All the souvenir shops sell Picasso-influenced stuff. And as you’d also expect, it ranges from tacky to sophisticated. Since this post is about souvenirs worth buying (and receiving), we’ve gone for the upper end.

In the tasteful Picasso echelons, you’ll find tote bags, mugs, pencil cases and of course, lots and lots of books. Easily the best place to buy Picasso memorabilia is the Picasso Museum where there are two shops. The larger one at the back has the largest selection.

The Pompidou Centre also has a good collection of Picasso-themed gifts.

Top buy

Fans of Picasso will love a book of Picasso prints. Those aren’t so enthusiastic would probably prefer a blue-and-white striped mug and plate.

Where to buy it

Picasso Museum shops. Open daily 10am to 7pm (6pm Nov to Feb; 8pm July & Aug).

Price range

The smallest and simplest Picasso souvenirs cost from €10. Expect to pay at least €50 for large prints.

Top tip
Forgot to grab your Picasso memento when you were in museum? Enter the shop via the back entrance to the museum via Calle Pedro de Toledo.

Food from Malaga

You’re spoilt for choice if you want to take home some typical Malaga produce. The list of delicious souvenirs runs long:

• Malaga raisins and dried figs
• Local olives – those from the village of Álora have protected-origin status.
• Olive oil (see below)
• Local honey (the different types include orange-blossom, multi-flower and thyme)
• Malaga salchichón (sausage)
• Goat’s cheese – several from Malaga are award-winning.

Atarazanas Market should be your first port of call, but there are several good grocer’s shops in town where you’ll find plenty of food from Malaga. We like:

• La Mallorquina on Plaza Féliz Sáenz
• Ultramarinos Zoilo in Calle Granada
• Ultramarinos Juan de Dios Barba on Calle Martínez
• El Almacén del Indiano on Calle Cisneros

Top buy

A box of raisins and jar of olives from Álora.

Where to buy it

At any of the above venues.

Top tip
If you’re buying cheese or cold cuts, ask to have them vacuum-packed so they last longer and travel better. Some stalls at Atarazanas will even vacuum-pack olives.

Price range

• Raisins and dried figs start at €2.50 for 250g.
• Olives cost from €4 for 250g.
• Honey jars (500g) cost from €5.
• Salchichón starts at €15 a kilo.
• Goat’s cheese has varying prices, but expect to pay at least €25 per kilo.

Typically from Malaga but with a difference

If you’re looking to take the feel of Malaga home with you, but don’t want a flamenco apron or Picasso mug, we know three good places to start your shopping.

Temporánea Concept Shop

As this store’s slogan says, it sells “something really from Malaga”. Not only are its items Malaga-themed, they’re also designed and created in Malaga province.

The list of souvenirs runs long – from interesting and unusual postcards and fridge magnets to local ceramics and jewellery.

Top buy

Our favourites are the Malaga prints, which look great anywhere in the house. We have one in our kitchen!

Price range

The smallest souvenirs (e.g. a mirror disc) start at €4, while hand-printed silk scarves cost €120.

Top tip
If you don’t have much room in your luggage, shop online at Temporánea (online store here).

Where to find it

This souvenir shop is in Calle Salinas, between Calle Larios and the Cathedral.

Malaga Store

Find this one in the tourist office on Plaza de Marina. The shop is divided into several sections, housing mostly tasteful Malaga souvenirs.

There’s a Picasso corner with a reasonable selection of items. Another section is dedicated to souvenirs with a Moorish theme. Based on the mosaics and architecture at the Alcazaba Fortress, the souvenirs include tiles, fans and boxes. Plus the inevitable fridge magnet.

There’s also a colourful stand showcasing gifts based on Malaga Fair posters through the ages. Some might find them a little gaudy for comfort, but they certainly brighten up a dull corner.

Top buy

The small plates in blue, green and black in a Moorish design.

Where to buy it

Malaga Store is on Plaza de la Marina and has the same timetable as the tourist office. Daily 9am to 6pm.

Esparto grass basketware

The thick esparto grass that grows throughout the Andalusian countryside has long been crafted into baskets, lamps, figures and bags. If you’re looking for this type of souvenir, head for a shop on Plaza Arriola (upriver from Atarazanas Market), where you’ll find a treasure trove laden with esparto crafts.

Where to find it

Plaza Arriola 8

Liquid gold

There might not be quite as many hectares of olive groves in Malaga province as other parts of Andalusia, but Malaga produces several notable olive oils. Top of the pick for extra virgin are:

• Aceites Finca La Torre (best intense fruity green);
• Aceites Molidur (best fruity green);
• El Labrador (also produced by Finca La Torre and best ripe fruity oil).

Where to buy it

Several shops in Malaga sell locally-produced olive oils (see our list above). The Gourmet Experience section of El Corte Inglés (on the top floor) also has a good range of Malaga olive oils.

If you’d like to try before you buy, Los Patios de Beatas organises olive oil tasting sessions. Find out more here.

Price range

Olive oil costs from €5 for 500ml, with the most exclusive extra virgen costing from €25.

Top tip
If you’re flying with hand luggage only, buy a bottle of olive oil from Malaga at Petra Mora at Malaga Airport.

Beautiful biznagas

If you’re on holiday in Malaga between June and October, you’ll notice the biznaga sellers. A biznaga is a large white ‘flower’ made up of lots of jasmine flowers and a typical symbol of Malaga. You won’t be able to take a fresh biznaga home with you, however, because they rarely last more than an evening.

But you can buy a replica in ceramics, silver or gold. Several jewellers specialise in handmade biznaga souvenirs with prices ranging from €10 to several hundreds. 

Where to buy them

Hago jewellers on Calle Santa Lucía 8 (off Plaza de la Constitución) sells lovely handmade biznaga pendants and broches. Open Mon-Fri 10.30am-2pm and 5.30-8.30pm, Sat 10.30am-2pm.

Top tip
For a non-scented version but just as beautiful, check out the biznaga seller statue in the Pedro Alonso gardens next to City Hall.

Sports strips

A football strip from Malaga CF makes a great gift for a football fan. And Malaga CF have just gone up to the premier division for the 2026-27, so you’ll be supporting one of Spain’s best teams.

Buy your official blue-and-white kit from the Malaga football club shop on Calle Larios 3 or at the shop outside the Rosaleda Stadium. Open Mon-Sat 10am-9pm and Sun noon-8pm. Or you can shop online.

If basketball’s your thing (and Unicaja, the Malaga basketball team, are one of the top teams in Spain), buy a green and purple strip from the Unicaja stores. The main one is located on Plaza de la Marina 3 and opens Mon-Fri 9am-2pm and 4-7pm, Sat 10am-1pm. Or shop online.

Ceramics from Malaga

Ceramics are one of the most typical souvenirs from Spain and almost every area has its particular style. Malaga is no exception and you’ll find a range of ceramics on sale at souvenir shops.

However, if you’re looking for something a little more stylish, unique and handmade, Alfajar is your store. The shop specialises in unusual pieces, all handmade designed and made by local artisans. We like the Picasso-inspired range and the Malaga lighthouse. Plus there’s a good range of brightly-coloured ‘everyday’ items such as crockery and kitchen ware.

Top buy

Our favourite is the Malaga lighthouse, but you can’t really go wrong with any purchase.

Where to buy it

Calle Cister 1. Open daily 10am-8.30pm

Top tip
The shop holds regular exhibitions by ceramic and other artists. Check out the room on the left as you go in.

Malaga Wine

No list of Malaga souvenirs would be complete without mentioning Malaga wine. Not just Malaga sweet wine, but whites (we love La Ola del Melillero produced by Victoria Ordoñeze Hijos), reds, rosés and sparkling too.

You can try Malaga wines at most good restaurants in Malaga. If you’re a fan of sweet wine, head for Antiqua Casa de Guardia on the Alameda Principal.

For other wines, try La Mallorquina and Casa Zoido (see above). For a more comprehensive selection, visit:

El Templo de Vino – Calle Sebastian Souviron 8. Open Mon-Sat 11am-3pm & 6-9pm.

El Almacén del Indiano – Calle Cisneros 7. Open Mon-Fri 11.30am-3pm & 6.30-9pm, Sat 11.30am-3pm.

Read more about Malaga wine.

Flamenco dress

For all the fun of Malaga fair or if you just want a lovely reminder of how Andalusian women dress for annual festivities, buy a flamenco dress. They don’t come cheap but it’s worth paying for the real thing. The cheap imitations tear easily and don’t last.

Prices start at €100 and go up as high as you’re prepared to pay. You can go for a classic style or something more modern. And as for colours, the world is your oyster.

Where to buy them

We like El Rocío on Calle San Juan1 and Viva La Feria on Calle Muro de Puerta Nueva 7. For something a little bit more special, try Golo de Lunares on Calle San Juan 2.

Top tip
Cudeca cancer charity shops on Plaza de la Merced and in Calle Compañia stock second-hand flamenco dresses from €20. You won’t find the range of styles or possibly your size but it’s worth taking a look.

Malaga book

And last but not least, what about a book about Malaga? One of our favourites is Malaga Sketchbook by Luis Ruiz Padron and published by lovingbooks. The book includes sketches of emblematic places in Malaga and includes snippets of information about them.

Where to buy it

This book is stocked by Librería Luces bookshop on the Alameda Principal and Mapas y Compañia bookshop on Calle Compañia.

A classic tourist souvenir

If you feel you or your friends and relatives just can’t live without those classic Malaga souvenirs, we recommend the following:

Evalo on Calle Granada 67 does a good selection of fridge magnets, ceramics and t-shirts plus some other pretty original souvenirs.

Looking for the ideal Malaga souvenirs at Christmas time?

Souvenir hunting at Malaga markets

The city holds monthly and seasonal arts and crafts markets, where you’ll find plenty of inspiration for things to take home. Our what’s on monthly diary has the dates and our guide to Malaga markets has all the information.

Find these souvenirs on a map

Getting it home: the practicalities

Liquids over 100ml — wine, olive oil, honey, spirits — cannot go in your hand luggage from Malaga Airport. Either pack them in your checked hold bag (wrap bottles in clothes for protection) or buy them airside at Malaga Airport after security, where several local products are stocked.

The duty-free shop has a reasonable selection of local wine and olive oil, though choice is more limited than in the city and it’s more expensive.

For ceramics and artisan objects, wrap each piece individually in clothing rather than paper, and place them in the centre of your bag surrounded by soft items. A cracked mug is a miserable end to a good trip.

Dried fruit, nuts, and anchovies all travel in carry-on with no restrictions.

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